Reject Pelham Village Policy statement on immigration enforcement and discrimination

Enforcement of federal immigration laws in this country has become a contentious national issue. This resolution is an attempt to make the Village take the side which is not cooperative with federal law enforcement. Currently the village does not have any problems or issues to warrant the creation of this policy. The village police department has not requested clarification to address issues outlined in this policy. In conclusion, it is an attempt to take a political stance on an issue which is counter to Federal laws. Approving this policy potentially exposes the village to federal penalties in the future such as federal funding of village projects. For the respect of all of our village neighbors please keep political national issues out of our village. Board of Trustees need to focus on village issues!